The Rockers
EXT. CAR PARK - DAY
Steve is walking through the car park with his headphones on listening to rock music.
STEVE (V.O)
When I first listened to rock music, I knew I wanted to play bass and start a rock band. I just had to find three other suckers to join me.
Steve stops before walking through the back entrance to the pub and looks a the camera.
STEVE
(Looking at the CAMERA)
Saturday night at our local, best night of the week. There is always a band on and the place is always fully packed. This weekend was no different.
Steve enters the pub and goes to sit with three other guys.
INT. PUB DAY
Four young guys are sitting in the corner, CARL, ANDY, ROB and STEVE, drinking and laughing. They are all the same age, 19, they all look tired and hungover.
CARL
Another round
STEVE (V.O)
That going to the bar is Carl he's the drummer. Great friend, can be hard to handle at times, loves the ladies and his alcohol.
ANDY
Just a coke for me please.
STEVE (V.O)
That ordering a coke is Andy, he's our guitarist, bit of a lightweight. Great guy, best friend, always has my back.
ROB
I will have a cider please, and I do believe music is in order.
STEVE (V.O)
That's Rob he's our lead singer. Quiet guy, real family person, doesn't really drink a lot.
STEVE
I'll have a pint please.
STEVE (V.O)
I'm Steve and I'm the bassist. I had the idea for the band, and we are known as The Rockers, and last
night was our night.
MAIN CREDITS
INT. MUSIC STORE MORNING
Rob and Steve are walking around the store looking at bass guitar. Steve looks at a couple and sees the prices and wanders away. One of the Sales people is playing a guitar like he is a pro.
ROB
Mate why are we here, you have loads already.
STEVE
I know, I just want to add to my collection.
ROB
Ahh okay, but dude we need to get ready for tonight.
STEVE
Rob everything for tonight is sorted. We turn up at the waterfront at seven get ready, let motormouth warm up the crowd and rock the night away. Stop worrying all the time.
The sales person, who was playing the guitar, goes over to Rob and Steve, tall guy, large build.
SALES PERSON
How can I help?
STEVE
Just looking thanks.
SALES PERSON
No worries. Sorry to be nosy did I hear you say Motormouth.
ROB
Yes why?
SALES PERSON
Well I am the guitarist of Motormouth. I'm Alex nice to meet you.
STEVE
Im Steve, this is Rob we are in the band The Rockers, nice to meet you to.
ALEX
Yes, I thought I recognised you when you walked in. I saw you play a couple of weeks ago at the King Edward, you're really good.
STEVE
Thanks man, unfortunately I haven't heard much about your band.
ALEX
Well we just recently got back together, we used to perform under Rage Cage.
ROB
Yeah I've heard of them, I saw you play the waterfront last year, as a support act you were brilliant.
ALEX
Thanks dude, well I better get back to work, pleasure meeting you both and see you tonight.
Alex walks off back to the counter and Rob and Steve walk out of the store.
EXT. BUS STATION DAY
Carl is waiting for the bus home, when he sees two attractive brunette girls sitting at the same stop. He goes over to talk to them and tries to use his charm on them.
CARL
Hey ladies.
BRUNETTE 1
Hi
CARL
I'm Carl, and who are you lovely ladies.
BRUNETTE 1
I'm Amy and this is my step sister Sarah.
CARL
Lovely to meet you both. Do you like rock music?
SARAH
Yeah we both do.
CARL
Well I'm a drummer in a rock band, fancy coming to watch us play tonight, at the waterfront.
AMY
Yeah sounds good. What time?
Sarah gives Amy a weird look, and talks to her privately
SARAH
(Whispers)
Amy what you doing, we don't know this guy. I don't trust him.
AMY
I know, but he’s hot.
Carl smiles to himself when he hears Amy say that.
CARL
We are on at eight, this is my number text me when you’re there and I will come and meet you. If you want proof check us out on Youtube search The Rockers.
Carl gets on his bus, and smiles at the girls as the bus pulls away.
INT. ANDY'S KITCHEN DAY
Andy is in his kitchen, making a cup of tea with his shirt off and his tracksuit bottoms on, there is a tattoo of The Rockers on his right shoulder blade. Stacey walks up behind him and kisses him on the neck.
ANDY
Morning beautiful.
STACEY
Morning hun.
ANDY
What you want to do today?
STACEY
I'm going to meet Laura and Abby for lunch they want a catch up.
ANDY
I was gonna take you for lunch, but that can wait.
STACEY
You're a sweetheart, but we need to be careful still cause I don't want Rob finding out just yet.
Andy turns away and drops his head like he is angry and upset.
ANDY
It has been two months now, I like you a lot and I feel bad enough that I haven't told Rob already.
STACEY
I like you a lot to. Okay we’ll tell him in the next few day. Just not today, because you have your gig tonight, and you all need to be focused.
ANDY
Okay, I agree. Tonight is important, there is going to be an agent and a record producer there as well, and we have to make a good impression.
STACEY
We’ll tell him soon tho, I promise. We just have to be careful. You know what Rob is like.
ANDY
I know, but...
STACEY
Andy after Tory left he has looked after me with the help of Aunty Pam. I'm just scared he will hate me, cause Tory slept with one of his friends.
ANDY
Stacey, you are not like her. She beat Rob every day, and took drugs and had sex in front of you both.
STACEY
I know, I just don't want to disappoint him.
ANDY
He’ll be fine.
STACEY
I hope so, I think I will go and see Aunty Pam this afternoon.
Stacey walks in the living room, dropping her top at the door seductively, Andy follows her and closes the door.
INT.PUB DAY
Steve and Rob are playing pool and talking about the night ahead.
ROB
Tonight will be awesome.
STEVE
Yeppers, its gonna be great.
ROB
You wanna another drink?
STEVE
Yes please mate, I'm just gonna go to the toilet.
As Steve gets to the window where his phone is, he sees Carl getting off the bus and walking in the direction of the pub, Steve runs outside and goes to get him.
EXT. STREET DAY
STEVE (CONT'D)
Yo Carl you coming in for a drink.
CARL
Hey man, yeah sounds good and who are you with.
STEVE
Just Rob at the moment.
CARL
Ah old four eyes, how is he?
STEVE
I think he’s nervous about tonight.
CARL
Nothing to be nervous about, I'll just have a smoke. Then I’ll be in.
STEVE
Okay, no worries.
Carl sits on the step of the pub smoking, when he looks up and see's a poster on the local notice board showing that The Rockers are playing at the waterfront, he smiles to himself and goes into the pub.
INT.PUB DAY
CARL
What's up four eyes?
ROB
What's up douche bag?
CARL
Touché, been to the city, met two lovely ladies and invited them tonight.
ROB
Fair enough mate, but you seriously need to stop with all the girls.
CARL
Nah mate we’re only young once. They are step sisters, so that is one I can cross off the list.
ROB
You are just wrong man, they’ll never agree to it.
CARL
That's what alcohol is for my friend.
Rob just walks away with a cigarette in hand, through the side entrance to the back bar, as Steve makes his way round from the other side.
STEVE
Where's Rob?
CARL
I think I upset him, so he went for a cigarette.
STEVE
Oh, what did you say.
CARL
I was telling him about the girls I met today.
STEVE
Not that again.
CARL
Not what again?
STEVE
The whole girl situation.
CARL
I can't help the fact I enjoy the ladies and he hasn't experienced them yet.
STEVE
Mate that's harsh, he’s waiting for the right girl.
CARL
I know and I respect that, but I don't go on at him for being a virgin.
STEVE
Mate that’s different, just tone it down around him please.
CARL
Okay will do.
As Andy walks in puts some money on the pool table.
ANDY
What up bitches, who fancies losing at pool?
CARL
Mate you're shit at pool, what you chatting about.
ANDY
I've won every singles game I have played this year in the league.
CARL
They all let you win.
ANDY
I'll tell you what I will play one handed and still kick your arse.
CARL
Your on, wanna drink first?
ANDY
Rum and coke please.
CARL
Andy, have I got a story for you.
ANDY
If it's about the two girls in Norwich, Robs already told me.
CARL
What a spoil sport, well one for me and one for you.
ANDY
No thanks, I'm happy at the moment.
CARL
Fine. I will try and have them both at the same time.
ANDY
Mate they are step sisters that's not good. Plus I hear Laura and Stacey are coming so good luck.
CARL
Great, just what I need stalker girl, getting in my way of the step sisters. I just won't put her on the list to come back stage.
Andy and Steve just laugh at Carl. Rob walks in and takes one look at Carl and just bursts out laughing.
CARL
What you laughing at?
ROB
The fact you have a stalker, and you aren't the only other person who can put names on the list.
CARL
You wouldn't dare? You have Stacey and I know the other two wouldn't.
ROB
Mate, that's what you think?
Rob gives an evil smile. Andy and Steve burst out laughing again.
CARL
You guys are evil bastards, now are we playing pool or not.
ANDY
Of course, but I'm going to let you guys play, as you all need practice.
Andy heads to the bar, leaving Steve to set up the pool table. Rob goes to the toilet and Carl goes to put music on.
As Steve pots the black ball Carl spots Stacey and Abby walking past the window. He rushes out of the door.
CARL
Gotta go.
ROB
(Shouting)
Where you off to?
ANDY
Let's face if it’s Abby, no chance of an answer.
As Steve puts his phone on the window sill, to get signal.He catches a glance of Carl, Steve chuckles to himself once he sees who it is Carl is talking to.
STEVE
Another round boys?
ANDY
Yeah why not, How about I kick your arse at pool Rob.
ROB
I’m up for it, I will kick your arse.
ANDY
Mate your dad beat your mum, more times than you’ve beat me.
ROB
Man, don't speak about my parents like that again.
ANDY
Sorry mate, just slipped out.
ROB
That's what your ex said.
STEVE
Good come back sir.
Rob is not to impressed, but all three of them start laughing at the same time.
ROB
Fancy placing a wager on it.
ANDY
Yeah what you thinking.
ROB
How about a tenner.
ANDY
You’re on. Steve can referee the game properly to make sure you don't cheat.
ROB
Bugger off, you’re the one that always cheats.
Rob and Andy shake on it, Steve sets the balls up, flips the coin. Andy wins the toss and lets Rob break.
EXT. STREET DAY
Carl runs after Stacey and Abby.
CARL
Hey girls wait up.
ABBY
What you want?
CARL
I want you.
STACEY
Carl, we are going to see Laura, so leave us alone.
CARL
We’ll I wasn’t talking to you anyway.
ABBY
Be nice Carl, otherwise you won’t get anything.
CARL
I’m sorry.
ABBY
That’s better. Staceys right we are off to see Laura, sorry.
CARL
Well I’ll walk with you both.
Carl joins them and keeps flirting with Abby.
STACEY
I need to see Pam, so I will do that, we can catch up later.
ABBY
Ok no worries, see you soon.
Carl smiles as Stacey leaves.
INT. PUB. DAY
Rock music is playing.
Rob pots the black ball, Andy has his head in his hands.
ROB
Well well well, look who got beaten.
ANDY
Yeah yeah what ever, their you go.
ROB
Pleasure doing business with you. I better go and get ready for tonight.
STEVE
Yeah better head off and get ready for as well.
EXT. STREET DAY
Steve, Andy and Rob are leaving the pub and heading in the direction of the local kebab shop. When they get there, they can see that the front window has been boarded up.
ANDY
Anyone hungry?
ROB
Can you still afford it mate, after losing. I'm cooking for me and Stacey
STEVE
Yes, chicken burger and chips please.
ANDY
Good choice, might have to join you in that. You got lucky Rob. I will beat you next time.
ROB
Yeah, I look forward to kicking your butt again, I'm off, speak to you both later.
STEVE
See you tonight, will see you at mine about 6
ROB
Okay see you then.
When Steve and Andy go in to the kebab they hear a lot of commotion coming from the back. One the employees comes out to serve them.
ANDY
Can I please have 2 chicken burger and chips please. Also what happened to the window.
KEBAB MAN
Some drunk man was coming from the pub last night, and tripped over the curb and went through the window.
STEVE
He must of been pretty drunk, is he okay.
KEBAB MAN
I don't know but there was blood every where.
ANDY
That must of been after we left the pub.
KEBAB MAN
Here is your order, enjoy boys.
STEVE
Cheers bud.
INT. PAMS KITCHEN. DAY
PAM 40s, caring, kind hearted, loves helping people.
Bright, modern, there are pictures of Steve on the wall.
There’s a knock at the door, Pam rushes to see who it is.
PAM
Hello Stacey.
STACEY
Hello Pam.
PAM
Come in.
STACEY
Thank you.
Pam ushers Stacey into the kitchen.
PAM
Well this is a pleasant surprise, would you like a drink?
STACEY
No I’m fine thanks.
PAM
So what's been going on with you?
STACEY
Not much, I need some advice.
PAM
Of course Stacey, that's what I'm here for.
STACEY
Well I have started to date someone and he wants to tell Rob. I don't because I’m scared he will flip out and hate me like Tory.
PAM
Who’s the lucky boy?
STACEY
It's Andy.
PAM
He’s a nice chap.
STACEY
Thanks, but he’s one of Robs best friends.
PAM
Yes I see your problem. Well I think you need to tell him sooner or later, but you need to do it at the right moment.
STACEY
I know, I told Andy that. He wanted to tell him today, but with tonight I told him no.
PAM
Tonight’s not good. Just don't let him catch you sneaking around, cause that would upset him.
STACEY
I know, I'm scared he's gonna hate me anyway.
PAM
You will be fine. Just be sensitive when you tell him and let him know gently.
STACEY
Thanks Pam, and thanks for listening.
PAM
That's okay, good luck and hope you have fun tonight.
STACEY
Thank you and I better go and get ready.
PAM
Okay, well hope you have fun and hope the boys perform well.
Stacey hugs Pam, leaves and starts heading home.
EXT. PARK. DAY
Andy and Steve are sitting on the swings eating away, and talking. Andy chucks his rubbish in to the bin which is about 5 feet from where he is sitting, and starts to swing like a little kid. Steve is chucking chips to the birds for them to eat.
STEVE
I'm really looking forward to tonight, but nervous.
ANDY
Me too, atmosphere will be amazing though.
STEVE
I know, just gonna be weird playing in our pub for the first time.
ANDY
I know, do you think we’ll tour one day?
STEVE
If we impress the producer tonight, I am 100% positive it won't be long before we get noticed.
ANDY
That would be awesome, get away from this shitty place.
STEVE
Yeah, just got to keep working hard, our dreams will come true.
ANDY
As long as Carl can keep his penis in his pants.
Andy and Steve both burst out laughing.
ANDY
Anyway better get home got some cleaning to do, will see you tonight?
STEVE
Yeah, see you later.
Steve and Andy go there seperate ways.
EXT. STREET DAY
It is quiet, a few cars parked on the side of the road.
Andy is not looking where he is going, when he bumps into Stacey.
STACEY
Hey sexy.
ANDY
Hello gorgeous, why didn't you come in the pub?
STACEY
Well I wouldn't be able to keep my hands off you, and I was going to Laura's with Abby until Carl interrupted us.
ANDY
Ah fair enough, can we go to the park and talk.
Stacey looks a little worried but agrees. Stacey and Andy start heading back to the park, to talk.
ANDY
It's nothing to worry about.
STACEY
Okay.
ANDY
Actually you wanna go to mine, as I got some things to do before tonight.
STACEY
Yeah sure, sounds good.
Andy and Stacey walk back to Andy's, and they keep talking as they make their way to Andy's house.
EXT. STEVES DRIVE
Steve gets home and his mum Pam is getting out of the car.
STEVE
Hi mum, Where have you been?
PAM
No where, just been cleaning the car. You looking forward to tonight?
STEVE
Yeah, just nervous.
PAM
It's good to have nerves.
STEVE
I know, you aren't coming tonight are you?
PAM
No Steve I will be staying at home, so don't worry.
STEVE
Okay, thank you.
PAM
Its okay. Although I would like to see you play.
STEVE
Not tonight mum.
PAM
I understand it is a big night.
Steve gives her a hug, and walks into the house.
EXT. ANDYS HOUSE. DAY
ANDY
Thanks for the talk.
STACEY
No worries.
Andy hugs Stacey and kisses her on the cheek.
ANDY
Thank you.
As Andy walks to his door, Stacey grabs his arm, pulls him back and gives him a proper kiss on the lips. They end up going in to Andy's house making out with each other.
EXT. ALLEY WAY.
Carl and Abby walk through the shortcut to his house. Carl lights up a cigarette and Abby pulls a bag of pills out of her purse.
CARL
Hey wanna share?
ABBY
Sounds good to me, wanna pill?
CARL
Yeah I do, you coming to mine?
ABBY
No, you wanna do it here?
CARL
Okay.
Abby and Carl start making out, Abby starts undoing his trousers. Carl pulls her knickers down and they start having sex against the wall.
EXT. ANDY'S FRONT DOOR
Stacey pokes her head out of the door to make sure she doesn't see anyone she knows. Andy makes her jump.
ANDY
No one will see you.
STACEY
How do you know?
ANDY
I just do.
Stacey tries to straighten her hair as she leaves, and gives Andy a big kiss.
STACEY
Thank you for a good time.
ANDY
(Smile on his face)
Pleasure, you wait til next time.
Stacey goes red as she leaves, but she also has a huge smile on her face.
INT. ROB AND STACEY’S HOUSE. DAY
There is a picture of Rob and his family on the fireplace. Also a couple of pictures of him and sister. Just as Rob sits down with his dinner, Stacey walks through the door.
STACEY
Anyone home?
Stacey plays with her hair to make it straight, just in case anyone is actually home.
ROB
Hi Stacey, I cooked dinner, it's in the oven, and where's your friend Abby?
Stacey freezes as soon as she hears Robs voice. She get herself set and enters the living room.